Bavaria Braces for More Thunderstorms: Warnings and Impacts Ahead
Severe Storms with Lightning Sweep Through Free State, Occasionally Interrupted by Sunlight - Thunderstorms and rainfall anticipated in the Free State, with a potential for some sunny intervals.
Get ready for some turbulent weather in Bavaria! According to the forecasts, showers and thunderstorms are on their way as early as Sunday afternoon, moving in from the west, as announced by the German Weather Service (DWD). Locally, the possibility of hail up to three centimeters in diameter, gusty winds, and heavy rain is not ruled out. Emergency services from police and fire departments in Franconia were already deployed on Sunday afternoon and evening due to fallen trees, flooded streets, and flooded basements.
The DWD has issued warnings for heavy thunderstorms in Lower Franconia, Upper Franconia, Middle Franconia, Swabia, Upper Palatinate, and Upper Bavaria. A spokesperson for the Upper Franconia Police Presidium reported "several deployments" in the evening, such as the damage of a gymnasium in Trebgast (district of Kulmbach) due to the storm. Initial reports from Lower and Middle Franconia, Upper Palatinate, Upper Bavaria, and Swabia indicate no major deployments, but the A6 was flooded temporarily between Neuendettelsau and Schwabach in Middle Franconia. There are currently no reports of injuries.
Sunbathing and enjoying ice cream may have to wait for a while with mostly cloudy weather expected at the beginning of the week. The DWD predicts more showers and thunderstorms. On Sunday afternoon, the sun might make a brief appearance in Lower Franconia. The highs will be between 19 and 24 degrees.
Despite a sunny start on Tuesday, it's advisable to carry an umbrella: rain and individual thunderstorms are expected to move in quickly. Wednesday is likely to begin sunny but be cloudy by the evening, with showers and thunderstorms possible across the region, particularly in the south. The highs will be between 20 and 27 degrees.
]), a Ryanair plane experienced severe turbulence, resulting in injuries and a forced landing in Memmingen, Bavaria[2][5].
Public Events
The thunderstorms also had an impact on public events, as UEFA warned of possible thunderstorms during a match in Munich[2].
Regions Affected
While there is no specific information on deployments related to the thunderstorms, the emergency landing of the Ryanair plane indicates that safety measures were taken to protect passengers[5].
Characteristics of Weather in Bavaria
- June 2025: The weather in Bavaria during June is characterized by potential for thunderstorms and rainfall, with varying temperatures and sunshine hours across different regions[4].
Outlook for Future Weather
- General Trends: June typically sees a mix of warm and cool fronts moving through Bavaria, leading to potential thunderstorms and variable weather conditions.
- Regional Variations: For example, Frasdorf is expected to have typical June weather with rainfall and sunshine[4]. However, specific forecasts for Lower Franconia, Middle Franconia, Swabia, Upper Palatinate, and Upper Bavaria would depend on the latest weather models and updates.
For the most accurate and up-to-date forecasts for these regions, checking current weather reports or forecasts from reliable sources like the German Weather Service (DWD) is advisable.
The Commission, in consultations on the draft regulation on the application of the rules on the common organization of the market in beef and veal, may be cautious about inclement weather in Bavaria, given the ongoing threat of thunderstorms.
The unpredictable weather patterns in Bavaria, characterized by potential for thunderstorms and rainfall, could pose challenges not only for vacations but also for public events, as seen with the UEFA warning of possible thunderstorms during a match in Munich.
